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January 25, 2016
City Council Meeting Minutes
MINUTES
MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL
7:00 P.M. Monday, January 25, 2016
City Hall, Council Chambers
Meeting No. 02-16
A. CALL TO ORDER
A meeting of the City Council was held in the City Hall Council Chambers and was called
to order at 7:03 p.m. by Mayor Slawik.
Mayor Slawik thanked the council and staff for attending the State of the City Address
that was held at the Maplewood Community Center on Thursday, January 14, 2016.
She also encouraged residents to watch the replays that will posted on the City’s
website.
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Hannah Bruentrup, student at Mahtomedi Middle School led the council in the pledge of
allegiance.
C. ROLL CALL
Nora Slawik, Mayor Present
Marylee Abrams, Councilmember Present
Kathleen Juenemann, Councilmember Present
Bryan Smith, Councilmember Present
Tou Xiong, Councilmember Present
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
The following items were added to the agenda under Appointments and Presentations,
Council Presentations:
a. Recycle the Holidays
b. Energize Maplewood
c. Update on Gateway Commission
d. Update on Tartan Ice Arena Commission
e. Comments and Follow-Up to League of Minnesota Cities Training
f. Business Networking and Recycling Event
g. Planning Commission Meeting Cancellation
h. Heritage Preservation Commission
i. League of Minnesota Cities Training
j. Rush Line Corridor
Councilmember Xiong moved to approve the agenda as amended.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
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E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Approval of January 11, 2016 City Council Meeting Minutes
Councilmember Abrams moved to approve the January 11, 2016 City Council Meeting
Minutes as submitted.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
F. APPOINTMENTS AND PRESENTATIONS
1. Administrative Presentations
a. Council Calendar Update
City Manager Coleman gave an update to the council calendar.
2. Council Presentations
a. Recycle the Holidays
Councilmember Juenemann reminded residents that it’s their last chance to
recycle their Holiday lights at City Hall, the Community Center or the Nature
Center.
b. Energize Maplewood
Councilmember Juenemann reported on the Energize Maplewood Challenge that
is taking place and encouraged residents to sign up by February 29, 2016; a
launch event will take place at the Maplewood Community Center on Saturday,
January 30, 2016.
c. Update on Gateway Commission
Councilmember Smith gave an update on the Gateway Commission Meeting he
attended on Thursday, January 14, 2016. Public Works Director Thompson
provided additional information on the Technical Committee Meeting he attended
on Thursday, January 21, 2016.
d. Update on Tartan Ice Arena Commission
Councilmember Smith gave an update on the Tartan Arena Commission Meeting
he and Councilmember Xiong attended.
e. Comments and Follow-Up to League of Minnesota Cities Training
Councilmember Smith reported on the training he attended at the League of
Minnesota Cities.
f. Business Networking and Recycling Event
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Councilmember Abrams reported on the Business Networking and Recycling Event
that will take place at the Maplewood Community Center on Tuesday, January 26,
2016.
g. Planning Commission Meeting Cancellation
Councilmember Xiong reported that the Planning Commission Meeting scheduled
for January 19, 2016 was cancelled. The next meeting of the Commission will take
place on February 2, 2016.
h. Heritage Preservation Commission
Councilmember Xiong provided an update on the Heritage Preservation
Commission meeting he attended on Thursday, January 14, 2016.
i. League of Minnesota Cities Training
Councilmember Xiong reported on the training session for Newly Elected Officials
at the League of Minnesota Cities.
j. Rush Line
Mayor Slawik reported on the Rush Line Meeting she attended. Interim Economic
& Environmental Development Director Carver provided additional information.
3. Presentation by Maplewood Pediatric Dentistry
Interim Environmental & Economic Development Director Carver introduced Claire
Mielke, DDS and her husband Bryant Rogness, owners of Maplewood Pediatric
Dentistry.
Claire Mielke, DDS and Bryant Rogness addressed the council to give information about
their business, Maplewood Pediatric Dentistry.
4. Approval of Resolution Awarding 2015 Maplewood Heritage Award
Mayor Slawik read the Resolution Awarding the 2016 Maplewood Heritage Award to the
Bruentrup Family.
Bill Bruentrup introduced his family and thanked everyone for their support of the
Bruentrup Farm.
Mayor Slawik read and presented the 2016 Maplewood Heritage Award plaque to the
Bruentrup Family.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the Resolution for the 2015 Maplewood
Heritage Award to the Bruentrup Family.
Resolution 16-01-1295
RESOLUTION AWARDING THE
2015 MAPLEWOOD HERITAGE AWARD TO THE BRUENTRUP FAMILY
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WHEREAS, Bill and Raydelle Bruentrup have been at the center of historical
activity in Maplewood for over sixteen years; and
WHEREAS, Bill and Raydelle Bruentrup have been active members of the
Maplewood Area Historical Society, and currently serve as Vice President and
Secretary respectively, and volunteer more hours annually than any other member;
and
WHEREAS, Bill and Raydelle Bruentrup were instrumental in moving the
Bruentrup farm buildings to their new location in July 1999, with tireless efforts
obtaining pledges from individuals and seeking funding from the state for moving
expenses, donating the farm buildings to the city, and contributing funds to the
project; and
WHEREAS, The Bruentrup Heritage Farm site with their assistance has won
historical preservation awards and has become a destination for weddings,
community gatherings and a mecca for historical research; and
WHEREAS, Bill and Raydelle Bruentrup’s children and grandchildren have been
an important part of the preservation of the farm volunteering countless hours to improve
the grounds, as well as volunteering at the Maplewood Area Historical Society’s annual
Halloween Hoedown; and
WHEREAS, The Bruentrup Family members have freely given their
knowledge, time and energy, without compensation, for the betterment of the City of
Maplewood; and
WHEREAS, The Bruentrup Family has contributed their leadership and effort
for the benefit of the City.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED for and on behalf of the City
of Maplewood, Minnesota and its citizens that The Bruentrup Family is hereby
extended the Maplewood Heritage Award. The Maplewood Heritage Award is an
annual award recognizing an individual or group who has positively influenced our
City’s past or strengthened the preservation of Maplewood history.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
5. Approval of the 2015 Planning Commission Annual Report
Planning Commissioner Kempe addressed the council and gave the 2015 Planning
Commission Annual Report.
Councilmember Abrams moved to approve the 2015 Planning Commission Annual
Report.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
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6. Approval of Resolution for Commission and Board Appointments and
Reappointments
a. Approval of Resolution for Appointments
b. Approval of Resolution for Reappointments
City Manager Coleman gave the staff report.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the Resolution Appointing Candidates to
Commissions.
Resolution 16-01-1296
BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA:
Hereby appoints the following individuals, who have interviewed with the Maplewood
City Council, to serve on the following commissions:
Environmental & Natural Resources Commission
Keith Buttlemann Term expires 9/30/2018
Mary Henderson Term expires 9/30/2016
Heritage Preservation Commission
Bob Cardinal Term expires 4/30/2018
Housing and Economic Development Commission
Brian Finley Term expires 9/30/2017
Human Rights Commission
Tou Ger Yang Term expires 4/30/2017
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
Councilmember Abrams moved to approve the Resolution Reappointing Lisa Liddell to
the Police Civil Service Commission.
Resolution 16-01-1297
BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA:
Hereby appoints the following individuals, who the Maplewood City Council has
reviewed, to serve on the following commissions:
Police Civil Service Commission
Lisa Liddell Term expires 12/31/2018
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Seconded by Councilmember Smith Ayes – All
The motion passed.
G. CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve consent agenda items G1-G12.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
1. Approval of Claims
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the approval of claims.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE:
$ 74,953.14 Checks # 96599 thru # 96635
dated 01/12/16
$ 282,869.32 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 01/04/16 thru 01/08/16
$ 382,073.42 Checks #96637 thru #96673
dated 01/12/16 thru 01/19/16
$ 219,029.64 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 01/11/16 thru 01/15/16
$ 958,925.52 Total Accounts Payable
PAYROLL
$ 540,160.62 Payroll Checks and Direct Deposits dated 01/15/16
$ 1,310.03 Payroll Deduction check # 99101999 thru # 99102001dated 01/15/16
$ 541,470.65 Total Payroll
$ 1,500,396.17 GRAND TOTAL
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
2. Approval of Waterfest Sponsorship
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the Waterfest Sponsorship in the amount
of $1,000 to help support the Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District’s Waterfest
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event scheduled for June 4, 2016, at Lake Phalen in St. Paul.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
3. Approval of a Conditional Use Permit Review for Indoor Storage, 2728
Geranium Avenue East
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the conditional use permit for 2728
Geranium Avenue East again only if a problem arises or a major change is proposed.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
4. Approval of 2016 Master Group Contract Between City of Maplewood and
Medica Insurance Company
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the master group contract with Medica
Insurance Company for 2016.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
5. Approval of a Resolution Accepting Donation to Maplewood Nature Center in
Honor of Janet Plaster
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the Resolution accepting the memorial
donation in the amount of $35 to the Maplewood Nature Center in remembrance of
Janet Plaster
Resolution 16-01-1298
Acceptance of Donation
WHEREAS the City of Maplewood and the Parks and Recreation Department
has received a donation of $35 in remembrance of Janet Plaster;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Maplewood City Council
authorizes the City of Maplewood, Parks and Recreation Department to accept this
donation.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
6. Approval of a Resolution Accepting Donation to Maplewood Nature Center in
Honor of Jeffrey Lerew
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the Resolution accepting the memorial
donation in the amount of $300 from Yolanda Black to the Maplewood Nature Center in
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remembrance of Jeffrey Lerew.
Resolution 16-01-1299
Acceptance of Donation
WHEREAS the City of Maplewood and the Parks and Recreation Department
has received a donation of $300 in remembrance of Jeffrey Lerew;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Maplewood City Council
authorizes the City of Maplewood, Parks and Recreation Department to accept this
donation.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
7. Approval of Quit Claim Deed From City of Maplewood to Ramsey County, TH
120/Joy Rd Intersection Improvements, City Project 02-01
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the quit claim and authorize the Mayor
and City Manager to sign said quit claim deed signifying City Council approval.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
8. Approval of Emergency Pipe Collapse Repair Under Trail at Wicklander’s
Pond
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the proposal from Visu-Sewer to repair
the collapsed pipe under the trail at Wicklander’s Pond; the Public Works Director is
authorized to sign said proposal on behalf of the City and set a budget for this project at
$50,000.00 from the EUF.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
9. Approval of Resolution Approving Cost Share Agreement with the
Metropolitan Council for Inflow/Infiltration Improvements
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the Resolution of Cost Share Agreement
with the Metropolitan Council for Inflow/Infiltration Improvements and approve the
Inflow/Infiltration Cost Share Agreement with the Metropolitan Council; and direct the
City Engineer to enter into the cost share agreement and minor modifications approved
by the City Attorney are authorized as needed for the agreement.
Resolution 16-01-1300
Approval of Cost Share Agreement with the Metropolitan Council for Inflow/Infiltration
Improvements
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WHEREAS, the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota has heretofore approved
the cost share agreement between the City of Maplewood and the Metropolitan Council
for inflow/infiltration improvements.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF
MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA, that:
1. The City Engineer is hereby authorized to enter into the cost share
agreement.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
10. Approval of Resolution Approving Final Payment and Acceptance of Project,
Arkwright-Sunrise Area Improvements, City Project 12-09
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the Resolution Approving Final Payment
and Acceptance of Project for the Arkwright-Sunrise Area Improvements, City Project
12-09.
Resolution 16-01-1301
Approving Final Payment and Acceptance of Project
Project 12-09
WHEREAS, the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota has heretofore ordered
the Arkwright-Sunrise Area Improvements, City Project 12-09, and has let a construction
contract, and
WHEREAS, the City Engineer for the City of Maplewood has determined that the
Arkwright-Sunrise Area Improvements, City Project 12-09 is complete and recommends
acceptance of the project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF
MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA, that:
City Project 12-09 is complete and maintenance of this improvement is accepted
by the City; the final construction cost is $4,011,158.65. Final payment to Palda
and Sons, Inc. and the release of any retainage or escrow is hereby authorized.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
11. Approval for Police Department to Accept Donation from Schmelz
Countryside Volkswagen
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the resolution accepting a $2,500
donation from Schmelz Countryside Volkswagen and authorize the establishment of a
donation fund to be used for senior citizen and child-focused public safety prevention
and intervention initiatives.
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Resolution 16-01-1302
Expressing Acceptance of and Appreciation of
a Donation to the Maplewood Police Department
WHEREAS, Schmelz Countryside Volkswagen has presented to the Maplewood
Police Department a donation in the amount of $2,500; and
WHEREAS, this donation is intended for the purpose of youth and senior citizen
prevention programming; and
WHEREAS, the Maplewood City Council is appreciative of the donation and
commends John Schmelz and Schmelz Countryside Volkswagen for their civic efforts,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of
Maplewood, Minnesota, that:
1. The donation is accepted and acknowledged with gratitude; and
2. The donation will be appropriated for the Police Department as designated; and
3. The appropriate budget adjustments be made.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
12. Approval of Contract with Hillcrest Animal Hospital for Animal Impound and
Associated Services
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the contract between Hillcrest Animal
Hospital and the City of Maplewood for Animal Impound and Associated Services.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
H. PUBLIC HEARINGS
None
I. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Approval of a Tree Ordinance Summary Publication (Super Majority Vote)
Nick Carver, Interim Environmental and Economic Development Director gave the staff
report and answered questions of the council.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the Tree Ordinance summary publication
to be published in Lillie News, the City’s official newspaper.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
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The motion passed.
J. NEW BUSINESS
1. Consider Approval of Pollinator Resolution
Lead Naturalist Hutchinson gave the staff report and answered questions of the council.
Amanda Rudolph, works with Representative Leon Lillie, addressed the council to give
additional information and answered questions of the council.
Councilmember Smith moved to approve the Resolution Endorsing the Protection of
Pollinators and Enhancement of Pollinator Habitat.
Resolution 16-01-1303
Resolution Endorsing the Protection of Pollinators
and Enhancement of Pollinator Habitat
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood is dedicated to the protection of
pollinators; and
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood has many established programs and
practices that help protect pollinators including preservation of natural areas,
enhancing habitat including prairie restoration and use of native plants in gardens and
plantings, very limited use of insecticides in the landscape, pollinator education and
outreach to the community;
WHEREAS, bees and other pollinators are integral to a wide diversity of
essential foods including fruits, nuts, and vegetables; and
WHEREAS, native bees and honey bees are threatened due to habitat loss,
pesticide use, pathogens and parasites; and
WHEREAS, research suggests that there is a link between pesticides that
contain neonicotinoids and the die-off of plant pollinators, including honey bees,
native bees, butterflies, moths, and other insects; and
WHEREAS, neonicotinoids are synthetic chemical insecticides that are similar
in structure and action to nicotine, a naturally occurring plant compound; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds it is in the public interest to demonstrate its
commitment to a safe and healthy community environment through the
implementation of practices that protect pollinators on city parks, open spaces, and
city property.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED for and on behalf of the City
of Maplewood, Minnesota and its citizens that:
1. The City shall undertake its best efforts to become a pollinator-friendly City
by undertaking best management practices to protect pollinators on public
lands within the City.
2. The City shall develop a policy for the use of insecticides and utilize best
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practices to limit the use of systemic insecticides on city property including
insecticides from the neonicotinoid family and will request commercial
applications are free of systemic insecticides including neonicotinoids.
3. The City shall undertake its best efforts to plant native plants and plants
favorable to bees and other pollinators in the City’s public spaces.
4. The City shall undertake its best efforts to communicate to Maplewood
residents the importance of creating and maintaining pollinator-friendly
habitat and will encourage residents and business to use pollinator-friendly
practices.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
2. Consider Approval of Updates to Fish Creek Master Plan
Natural Resources Coordinator Gaynor gave the staff report and answered questions of
the council.
Councilmember Xiong moved to approve the updates to the Fish Creek Master Plan.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
3. Consider Approval of a New Liquor License Manager for Keller Golf Course,
Blaine Raway
Police Chief Schnell gave the staff report. Blaine Raway, applicant addressed the
council to give additional information and answer questions of the council.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve Blaine Raway as the liquor license manager for
Keller Golf Course, 2166 Maplewood Dr. N.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
4. Bellaire Avenue Street Improvements, Project 15-16
a. Consider Approval of Resolution Approving Plans and Specifications and
Advertising for Bids
b. Consider Approval of Resolution Ordering Preparation of Assessment
Roll
c. Consider Approval of Joint-Powers Agreement with the City of North St.
Paul
Michael Thompson, Public Works Director gave the staff report and answered questions
of the council.
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Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the Resolution Approving Plans and
Specifications and Advertising for Bids for the Bellaire Avenue Street Improvements,
Project 15-16.
Resolution 16-01-1304
Approving Plans
Advertising for BIDS
WHEREAS, pursuant to resolution passed by the City Council on September 14,
2015 plans and specifications for the Bellaire Avenue Street Improvements, City Project
15-16, have been prepared by (or under the direction of) the City Engineer of the City of
North St. Paul, who has presented such plans and specifications to the council for
approval,
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood and the City of North St. Paul have entered
into a Joint Powers Agreement for this project which a small portion includes a common
border street of Bellaire Avenue from Beam Avenue to Lydia Avenue,
WHEREAS, the City of North St. Paul is the project lead and the JPA outlines
terms of repayment and duties of the municipalities in regards to the improvements on
said border street,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA:
1. Such plans and specifications, a copy of which are attached hereto and
made a part hereof, are hereby approved and ordered placed on file in the office of the
City Engineer.
2. The City of North St. Paul shall prepare and cause to be inserted into the
Ramsey County Review and Finance and Commerce an advertisement for bids upon the
making of such improvement under such approved plans and specifications. The
advertisement shall be published twice, at least twenty-one days before the date set for
bid opening, shall specify the work to be done, shall state that bids will be publicly
opened and considered by the council at 10:00 a.m. on the 23rd day of February, 2016,
at the City of North St. Paul City Hall and that no bids shall be considered unless sealed
and filed with the clerk and accompanied by a certified check or bid bond, payable to the
City of North St. Paul, Minnesota for five percent of the amount of such bid.
3. The City Clerk and City Engineer are hereby authorized and instructed to
receive, open, and read aloud bids received at the time and place herein noted, and to
tabulate the bids received. The council will consider the bids, and the award of a
contract, at the regular city council meeting of March 14, 2016.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the Resolution Ordering Preparation of
Assessment Roll for the Bellaire Avenue Street Improvements, City Project 15-16.
Resolution 16-01-1304
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Ordering Preparation of Assessment Roll
WHEREAS, the City Clerk and City Engineer will receive bids for the Bellaire
Avenue Street Improvements, City Project 15-16,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF
MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA that the City Clerk and City Engineer shall forthwith
calculate the proper amount to be specially assessed for such improvement against
every assessable lot, piece or parcel of land abutting on the streets affected, without
regard to cash valuation, as provided by law, and they shall file a copy of such proposed
assessment in the city office for inspection.
FURTHER, the clerk shall, upon completion of such proposed assessment notify
the council thereof.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the Joint Powers Agreement with the
City of North St. Paul for the Bellaire Avenue Street Improvements, City Project 15-16.
Seconded by Councilmember Smith Ayes – Mayor Slawik, Council
Members Juenemann,
Smith and Xiong
Abstain – Councilmember Abrams
The motion passed.
5. Consider Approval of a Planned Unit Development Amendment, Design
Review and a Parking Waiver, Costco, 1431 Beam Avenue East
Economic Development Coordinator Martin gave the staff report and answered
questions of the council. Commissioner Kempe addressed the council to give the
reports from the Planning Commission and the Community Design Review Board.
Shawn Murphy, Civil Engineer with Landform representing Costco addressed to give
additional information and answer questions of the council.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the resolution approving an amendment
to the planned unit development permit for a fuel station and tire service center for
Costco’s proposed building expansion located at 1431 Beam Avenue East. Approval is
based on the findings required by the code and subject to the following conditions:
1. The building expansion shall follow the plans date-stamped December 11, 2015,
except where the city requires changes. Staff may approve minor changes.
2. The proposed construction must be substantially started within one year of
council approval or the permit shall end. The council may extend this deadline for
one year.
3. The city council shall review this permit in one year.
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4. The applicant shall comply with the requirements in the engineer’s report dated
December 10, 2015.
5. There shall not be any outdoor storage of tires unless they are kept within a
decorative screening enclosure approved by the community design review board.
6. The fueling area shall have proper safeguards provided to prevent or contain any
fuel spills as required by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency.
7. A parking waiver of 41 spaces is approved for this site, with the applicant
showing 55 proof-of-parking spaces on the December 11, 2015 site plan. If the
proof-of-parking spaces are needed to be constructed, the city council must
approve a revised site plan and the materials and construction methods must be
environmentally-sensitive and reduce the impact of stormwater runoff the added
spaces would contribute.
Resolution 16-01-1306
Conditional Use Permit Revision Resolution
For a Planned Unit Development
WHEREAS, Costco Wholesale Corporation applied to revise its conditional use
permit for the Mogren Retail Addition planned unit development by building an
expansion to its existing building. This conditional use permit for a planned unit
development permits a fuel station and tire-service center.
WHEREAS, this permit applies to the 16-acre site located at 1431 Beam Avenue
within the Mogren Retail Addition planned unit development. The legal description is:
Lot 1 Block 2, MOGREN RETAIL ADDITION
WHEREAS, the history of this conditional use permit is as follows:
1. On January 5, 2016, the planning commission held a public hearing. The city
staff published a hearing notice in the Maplewood Review and sent notices to the
surrounding property owners. The planning commission gave everyone at the
hearing a chance to speak and present written statements. The planning
commission recommended that the city council approve the planned unit
development amendment.
2. On January 25, 2016 the city council discussed the planned unit development
amendment. They considered reports and recommendations from the planning
commission and city staff.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the city council approved the
above-described planned unit development amendment because:
1. The use would be located, designed, maintained, constructed and operated to be
in conformity with the City’s Comprehensive Plan and Code of Ordinances.
2. The use would not change the existing or planned character of the surrounding
area.
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3. The use would not depreciate property values.
4. The use would not involve any activity, process, materials, equipment or methods
of operation that would be dangerous, hazardous, detrimental, disturbing or
cause a nuisance to any person or property, because of excessive noise, glare,
smoke, dust, odor, fumes, water or air pollution, drainage, water run-off,
vibration, general unsightliness, electrical interference or other nuisances.
5. The use would not exceed the design standards of any affected street.
6. The use would be served by adequate public facilities and services, including
streets, police and fire protection, drainage structures, water and sewer systems,
schools and parks.
7. The use would not create excessive additional costs for public facilities or
services.
8. The use would maximize the preservation of and incorporate the site’s natural
and scenic features into the development design.
9. The use would cause minimal adverse environmental effects.
Approval is subject to the following conditions:
1. The building expansion shall follow the plans date-stamped December 11, 2015,
except where the city requires changes. Staff may approve minor changes.
2. The proposed construction must be substantially started within one year of
council approval or the permit shall end. The council may extend this deadline for
one year.
3. The city council shall review this permit in one year.
4. The applicant shall comply with the requirements in the engineer’s report dated
December 10, 2015.
5. There shall not be any outdoor storage of tires unless they are kept within a
decorative screening enclosure approved by the community design review board.
6. The fueling area shall have proper safeguards provided to prevent or contain any
fuel spills as required by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency.
7. A parking waiver of 41 spaces is approved for this site, with the applicant
showing 55 proof-of-parking spaces on the December 11, 2015 site plan. If the
proof-of-parking spaces are needed to be constructed, the city council must
approve a revised site plan and the materials and construction methods must be
environmentally-sensitive and reduce the impact of stormwater runoff the added
spaces would contribute.
Seconded by Councilmember Smith Ayes – All
The motion passed.
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Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the plans date-stamped December 11,
2015, for the proposed 5,220 square foot Costco addition. Approval is subject to the
applicant complying with the following conditions:
1. This approval is good for two years. After two years, the design-review process
shall be repeated if the developer has not begun construction.
2. Obtaining city council approval of the planned unit development amendment and
parking waiver.
3. All requirements of the fire marshal and building official must be met.
4. The applicants shall obtain all required permits from the Ramsey-Washington
Metro Watershed District and Ramsey County.
5. The applicants shall comply with all requirements of the Maplewood Engineering
Report from Jon Jarosch dated December 10, 2015.
6. The applicants shall provide the city with cash escrow or an irrevocable letter of
credit for any exterior landscaping and site improvements prior to getting a
building permit for the development. Staff shall determine the dollar amount of
the escrow.
7. All work shall follow the approved plans. The director of environmental and
economic development may approve minor changes.
8. All roof-top mechanical equipment shall be painted to match the building.
Seconded by Councilmember Smith Ayes – All
The motion passed.
Councilmember Smith moved to approve the parking waiver as proposed subject to the
retention of the proposed proof-of-parking spaces in case they are needed for future
parking needs. If a parking shortage develops after the paving and curbing of the proof-
of-parking spaces, the city council may require parking lot restriping to add more spaces.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
6. Consider Approval of Proposed Franchise Ordinance Granting CenturyLink a
Franchise for Providing Cable Services in Maplewood – First Reading
City Manager Coleman introduced the staff report. City Attorney Kantrud gave the staff
report and answered questions of the council. Patrick Haggerty with Century Link
addressed the council to give additional information and answer questions of the council.
Councilmember Abrams moved to approve the Franchise Ordinance providing the
authority for CenturyLink to provide competitive Cable Communication Services in the
City of Maplewood.
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Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
K. AWARD OF BIDS
None
L. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS – All presentations have a limit of 3 minutes.
1. Mark Bradley, Maplewood Resident
2. Bob Zick, North St. Paul Resident
M. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Slawik adjourned the meeting at 9:18 p.m.